Malicious Code Injection in keyla-poke69: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-157639: Malicious code in keyla-poke69 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'keyla-poke69' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of such packages is to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages. However, 'keyla-poke69' has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'keyla-poke69' originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. This malicious payload removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages, as they may inadvertently introduce vulnerabilities into their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall keyla-poke69If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the 'keyla-poke69' package and monitor your project for any instances of its usage. If you have already installed it, remove it immediately using the command: 'npm uninstall keyla-poke69'.
Conclusion
The 'keyla-poke69' package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities to ensure the security of your applications.
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FAQ
'keyla-poke69' is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and can lead to the republishing of harmful package variants.
You should uninstall 'keyla-poke69' immediately using the command 'npm uninstall keyla-poke69' to mitigate any risks.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Check out the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner for a quick assessment.
Yes, there are several packages that have been reported to contain malicious code. It is essential to stay updated on security advisories and regularly audit your dependencies.
